Dr. Melissa Lynn Whitmill MD
Trauma Surgeon | Trauma Surgery
3533 SOUTHERN BLVD KETTERING OH, 45429About
Dr. Melissa Whitmill is a trauma surgeon practicing in Columbus, OH. Dr. Whitmill specializes in both operative and non-operative management to treat life threatening, traumatic injuries. Some commonly operated areas include the stomach, colon, spleen and pancreas and trauma surgeons also work with other surgeons to stabilize patients in critical condition. Typically, trauma surgeons work in the emergency care area of a hospital.
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